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Discover how the Cultural Care app guides you through every step of your Au Pair journey

Family fun: Winter bucket list edition 

From ice skating at Rockefeller Center to dog sledding in Alaska, here are the best places to visit as an au pair during wintertime. 

Top 10 winter experiences in the USA 

Discover cozy and comforting soups from around the USA, each with a unique regional flavor and history.  

A taste of the USA: The best soups to warm up for winter

The ultimate guide to starting your au pair journey with the Cultural Care app

Vi har sammanställt en lista med alla resehandlingar, där ditt J-1-visum står som nummer ett, som du behöver ta med dig när du reser till USA som au pair.

As a future au pair, preparing for your exciting year abroad involves not just packing fun outfits and gifts, but also managing important documents, which can be overwhelming. To ease your journey, Cultural Care Au Pair provides a comprehensive checklist of essential IDs and paperwork, ensuring you’re ready for a smooth transition to the USA and can focus on the adventure ahead.

Travel document checklist for working as an au pair abroad | Cultural Care Au Pair

Checklista för resehandlingar till USA

Your Travel Document Checklist for the USA

Attending your monthly LCC meetings is crucial to being a successful au pair! Learn more about these meetings and why they’re so important. 

Why You Should Attend your LCC Meetings

Find out why au pair Tati chose her host family and how they build their relationship every day.

Why I chose my host family

Are you wondering why you should take this working holiday or embark on this gap year program that everyone is talking about? Learn from those who spent a year abroad! They will introduce how this experience changed their lives and why you should do it, too!

Why a Year Abroad is Worth It

Vem bor au pairerna hos? Vad är en värdfamilj egentligen? Få reda på mer om våra värdfamiljer.

Cultural Care Au Pair host families are diverse and welcoming, eager to include their au pairs as part of their family while offering unique cultural experiences. They come from various backgrounds, family structures, and locations across the USA.

Who are Cultural Care Au Pair host families?

Vilka är Cultural Cares värdfamiljer?

Read about Viviana, a former Colombian au pair who began her journey as a professional and political scientist in the USA!

How being an au pair jump-started my career 

Having trouble bonding with your host child? Here are some strategies to try.  

Building a bond with a resistant host child can be challenging, but it's a common experience for au pairs. By maintaining a positive attitude, engaging in their interests, and communicating openly about your role, you can develop a meaningful relationship over time.

When your host child rejects you

Learn the requirements of being an au pair—and how the experience changes you for the better both personally and professionally. 

What Does it Mean to be an Au Pair?

Let Cultural Care Au Pair be your personal USA road trip planner. Learn the top 3 road trip ideas so you and your friends can see as much of the country as possible!

Top 3 Road Trip Ideas in the US

Lär dig hur du tar hand om dig själv ordentligt – både fysiskt och psykiskt – när du bor och jobbar som au pair i USA. 

Being an au pair in the USA can be stressful, making self-care essential for maintaining mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Self-care tips for au pairs

Tips för att ta hand om dig själv som au pair

Dreaming of a New York City trip? Let us help you get the most out of your time in the Big Apple with our ultimate New York City guide.  

New York City is a vibrant travel destination celebrated for its rich culture, iconic landmarks, and diverse culinary scene. This guide highlights must-visit attractions like the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty,  perfect for an exciting weekend getaway.

Ultimate guide to a weekend in NYC

The ultimate guide to a weekend in New York City

The Ultimate Guide to a Weekend in New York City

German au pair Myles gives his advice on how to move on from a host family that isn’t working—and how to embrace the exciting new chapter of rematch! 

Rematch is Not the End of the World

British au pair Hollie explains how her life has been made better by pushing herself to try new things and meet new people—a cornerstone of the Cultural Care au pair experience in the USA! 

The Importance of Stepping Out of your Comfort Zone

Hear from au pairs on how they brought their own holiday traditions to their host families in America.

Sharing Your Own Holiday Traditions

Learn more about being a return au pair.  Being an au pair twice can teach you so much more about life in the USA.

Returning to the USA as an au pair

Titta på dessa 5 amerikanska feelgood-serier för att bli på bättre humör och stärka dina engelskkunskaper. 

5 amerikanska feelgood-serier att njuta av

5 feel-good American TV shows to watch

Det krävs mycket planering, organisering och packning när du ska bo ett år i USA. Vi hjälper dig att ta fram en packlista för din tid i USA. 

Packa resväskan för ditt år utomlands

Packing for the USA

Traveling to Hawaii is a dream vacation that can be made more accessible by becoming an au pair in the USA, providing the perfect opportunity to explore the islands' breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine.

Hawaii vacation guide

Min semester på Hawaii

My Hawaiian Vacation

All au pairs who come to the USA on a cultural exchange visa complete college credits at a school of their choice. Hear how au pairs have benefitted from that experience over the years!  

Being an au pair in the USA not only fosters independence and global connections but also offers a unique educational opportunity—completing college credits at a U.S. institution—which enhances professional prospects and personal growth through exposure to diverse subjects and teaching methods.

Au pair education in the USA

My American Education

British au pair Hollie's host family moved to a new corner of the state during her au pair term! Learn how it made her more independent and closer to her host parents.

Moving with my host family

Moving with my Host Family

Hear from au pairs who used their experience in the USA to reach their future career goals!

Life after your au pair year

Vår österrikiska au pair Marie-Louise delar sitt brev till alla framtida au pairer, med några av sina bästa råd och tips från sin tid i USA.   

Brev till en framtida au pair

Letter to a Future Au Pair

Au pair ambassador Clare Shepherd gives her best tips on how to maximize a 45-hour work week with host kids, from having a plan to getting outside.

Keeping your Host Kids Occupied

"Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!"

Franska au pairen Rémi besökte USA:s alla 50 delstater under sin tid i landet. 

Intervju med au pairen Rémi: – Jag reste till USA:s alla 50 delstater! 

Interview with au pair Rémi: "I traveled to all 50 U.S. states!"

We sat down for a Q&A with Local Childcare Consultant (LCC) Joanne Dooley! Read our interview to learn more about the ins and outs of au pair support services. 

A Local Childcare Consultant (LCC) plays a vital role in supporting au pairs and host families during their time together in the USA, acting as a confidante and problem-solver while facilitating cultural exchange and helping both parties navigate challenges.

Interview with a Local Childcare Consultant

Cultural Care Au Pair is here to help you learn how to start a blog and how to make it stand out. Learn the best ways to create content and take stellar travel photos!

How to Write a Travel Blog

Living in the USA as an au pair means trying new foods and a new lifestyle! Be sure to stay healthy while your living abroad by following au pair Adela’s advice. 

How to Stay Healthy in the US

Austrian au pair Marco shares his tips on how to make friends with Americans as an au pair. Learn how to get involved in your community and meet locals! 

How to Meet Americans

Read on to learn some ways to build your brand and gain success as an au pair influencer!

To thrive as an au pair influencer, identify your unique niche, select an appropriate social media platform, share your personal experiences, collaborate with Cultural Care and peers, and adhere to content creation best practices while enjoying your journey.

How to become an au pair influencer

Whether you live near the beach or are taking a special trip this summer, be sure to check out our tips on how to plan a perfect beach day in America.   

How to Beach Day like an American

Den här guiden hjälper dig att ta reda på vad du kan förvänta dig nästa gång du blir bjuden till en amerikansk barbecuefest!

En äkta amerikansk BBQ

How to BBQ like an American

Living with an American host family is a special chance to experience cultural exchange! Read how host mom Andrea has embraced the au pair life. 

Host Mom Spotlight: The Story of Andrea

Learn what states some of the most famous musicians in America come from. 

Home States of Famous U.S. Musicians

A Cultural Care Au Pair Matching Specialist outlines the most important factors to keep in mind while searching for a host family in the USA.  

To find the right American host family as an au pair, it’s essential to be patient, proactive, open-minded, honest about your preferences, and true to yourself while considering important factors like lifestyle compatibility and communication styles.

How to find your American host family

How to Find your American Host Family

Vi ger dig idéer till Halloween-förklädnader och några roliga berättelser om hur Halloween uppstod! Upptäck vad som är så unikt med Halloween i USA. 

Halloween i USA

Halloween In America

Whether it’s a gift to say goodbye, a present during the holidays, or simply a token to show your appreciation, here are some great ideas for how to show your host family how much you care! 

Great Gifts for your Host Family

Få hjälp med att lära dig språket med några av USA:s bästa TV-program. Ta reda på vad som är så speciellt med de här programmen och hur de kan hjälpa dig att bli bättre på engelska.

De fem bästa amerikanska TV-programmen

5 Best American TV Shows to Watch

Vad gör au pairer på fritiden? Läs vår 5 bästa tips!

During their time as au pairs in the USA, individuals balance their childcare responsibilities with ample free time to socialize, travel, take classes, pursue passions, and bond with their host families.

Free time as an au pair

Au pairer och deras fritid

Learn how to expertly frame your au pair experience in a professional setting, from editing your CV to interviewing for jobs back in your home country!  

Framing Your Au Pair Experience

Läs om riktiga au pairer som precis har kommit till USA och om deras första intryck av landet! 

Upon arriving in the USA, au pairs often experience a mix of surprise and warmth as they encounter friendly locals, cultural differences, and the realization that their initial stereotypes about Americans do not align with their welcoming first impressions.

First impressions of the USA

De första intrycken av USA

First Impressions of the USA

Former au pair Malene describes moving back home after a year abroad. From tough goodbyes to culture shock, it’s normal to have conflicting feelings about going home.

Feelings that are Normal to Have as you Prepare to Head Home

Au pair Clare extended her term in the USA with a new host family—check out her great advice on how to make the transition smooth and easy for everyone involved!  

Extending as an au pair

Extending as an Au Pair

Läs om de vanligaste arbetsuppgifterna och ansvarsområdena för en au pair i USA. 

En au pairs arbetsuppgifter och ansvarsområden

Duties And Responsibilities Of An Au Pair

Vår italienska au pair Dayana arbetar nu i USA som marknadsföringsanalytiker! Läs om hennes resa från au pair till yrkesarbetande, och hur du kan göra detsamma.  

Italian au pair Dayana now works in the USA as a Marketing Analyst! Learn about her journey from au pair to working professional—and how you can do the same thing. 

Being an au pair launched my career

Att vara au pair blev starten på min karriär

Being an Au Pair Launched my Career

Fira jul som en riktig amerikan genom att ta del av de här 10 unika jultraditionerna i USA.    

Fira jul i USA

Christmas in the USA

When Colombian au pair Vanessa arrived in the USA, her host child was only 2 months old! Learn why caring for an infant as an au pair is such a rewarding experience—and some tips and tricks to make it easier! 

Choosing to become an au pair and care for an infant allowed me to form a deep bond while experiencing personal growth, cultural learning, and the joy of guiding a child's early milestones, all while discovering my own independence and confidence.

Caring for an infant

Caring for an Infant

Från kustområden till bergskedjor – upptäck vilken del av USA som är den perfekta platsen för ditt sabbatsår som au pair!

Vilken amerikansk delstat eller region ska du åka till som au pair?

Which U.S. state or region should you au pair in?

Au pairerna älskar att shoppa när de är i USA, och de här 5 butikerna tillhör deras favoriter – läs om de bästa shoppingställena! 

USA:s bästa shoppingställen

Best places to shop in the USA

Many au pairs are being asked to support their host kids’ remote learning at home this fall. Our au pairs share their best tips to help their peers find success.

Many au pairs are being asked to support their host kids’ remote learning at home. Our au pairs share their best tips to help their peers find success.

Tips for remote learning

Au pairs share their best tips for helping with remote learning

Looking for nutrition tips for life in the USA? A Cultural Care host mom and registered dietician shares her advice

Au pair nutrition in the USA: common questions & answers

Mexican au pair Paula tells the story of how she met her husband Kevin from Germany while they were living in the USA as au pairs. 

Falling in love as an au pair

Falling in Love as an Au Pair

Läs om riktiga au pairer som precis har kommit till USA och deras största mål under sitt år som au pair. Låt dig inspireras av deras berättelser! 

Min Bucket List som au pair

My Au Pair Bucket List

Gör vårt quiz för att ta reda på vilken amerikansk delstat du skulle ÄLSKA att bo i som au pair.   

Vilken amerikansk delstat skulle du ÄLSKA?

Which U.S. State would you LOVE?

Meet Jess Hurley, the founder of the Global Ambassador Program! She walks us through the ins and outs of being an Ambassador, and how it heightens the Cultural Care au pair experience.  

Cultural Care Au Pair’s Ambassador Program offers au pairs the chance to enhance their experience in the U.S. through community involvement, media opportunities, and professional development, while fostering cultural exchange and building lasting friendships.

An inside look at the ambassador program

An inside look at the Ambassador Program

An Inside Look at the Ambassador Program

Wondering how to entertain your host kids through the summer? We've got you! Check out tips from our au pairs for summer activities with your host kids.

An au pair’s guide to summer with the host kids

En guide till din au pair-resa 

A guide for your au pair journey

Au pair Rebekka shares what she learned as an au pair and how the experience has shaped her outlook on life. 

8 sätt som mina resor har förändrat mitt liv

8 ways travel changed my life

En lördagskväll i USA är ett tillfälle att ha kul, träffa vänner och utforska ditt närområde. Läs om våra 7 bästa idéer för hur du på bästa sätt tillbringar en lördagskväll!  

7 sätt att tillbringa en lördagskväll i USA

7 Ways to Spend a Saturday Night in America

Amerikansk mat är lika mångsidig och varierande som landets historia och människorna som äter den! Läs om några av de bästa amerikanska mattraditionerna och recepten, och ta reda på vad som gör dem så speciella för både resenärer och lokalbor.

Sju amerikanska maträtter du måste prova

Top 7 American Foods You Must Try

Dra ut på vägarna och utforska USA med hjälp av våra sex tips för en amerikansk roadtrip

Sex viktiga tips inför din roadtrip i USA

6 essential tips for your next American road trip

Being an au pair means expanding your horizons! Learn from Laura—a former au pair from Colombia—about six things you learn as an au pair in the USA. 

6 Things you Learn as an Au Pair

Det kan vara lätt att resa billigt i USA när du känner till de bästa tipsen och knepen! Au pairer i USA ger sina bästa råd om att resa billigt i ett nytt land.

5 sätt att uppleva USA när du har en begränsad budget

5 Ways To Enjoy The United States With Little Money

Former au pair Aliena outlines 5 tips on how to build an unbreakable bond with your host parents and host kids. 

5 ways to become part of your host family

5 Ways to Become Part of your Host Family

En relation mellan en au pair och en värdmamma kan vara något väldigt speciellt! Vi har sammanställt de 5 bästa sätten att hjälpa au pairer att odla det starka bandet.

5 sätt att skapa en bra relation till din värdmamma

5 Ways to Build a Great Relationship with your Host Mom

Läs om Melanie, som tidigare var au pair i Mexiko – hon delar sina bästa råd om hur du står dig stark och tar dig igenom motgångar. 

Hear from former au pair from Mexico, Melanie—she shares her best advice on how to stay strong and resilient in the face of adversity.   